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The Huntington Hotel is on wealthy Nob Hill with fine views of Huntington Park, San Francisco Bay and the city skyline below. It is conveniently close to the Financial district of the city and is just a few blocks from Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown and the finest shopping on Union Square. Grace Cathedral is nearby and the cable cars which run past the door can deliver you to numerous other attractions in the area which include Golden Gate Bridge and the island prison of Alcatraz.
This distinguished luxury hotel on San Francisco’s Nob Hill is often listed as one of the finest places in the world to stay. This family owned hotel since 1924 has an impressive guest register with former guests including Princess Grace of Monaco, Picasso and the legendary Pavarotti along with the who’s who of aristocracy and business. The hotel offers a warm blend of elegant style and comfort, upholding its long tradition of gracious hospitality. Recent awards include Travel and Leisure’s ‘World’s Best 2009’ and USA California’s ‘Leading Spa Resort’ from World Travel.
The 136 plush rooms and spacious suites in this luxury hotel are all individually decorated and furnished in comfortable style. Leather, silk and damask pervade in the furnishings, décor and bed linen, with squishy armchairs from which to enjoy the panoramic views. Flat screen TVs, wireless internet, writing desks and well-appointed bathrooms live up to the high standards of excellence that guests have learned to expect from this five star luxury hotel.
The ‘Big 4’ restaurant is named after the four railroad tycoons who built their Nob Hill mansions here; Huntington, Crocker, Stanford and Hopkins. With a log fire and a pianist in the background, the atmosphere is delightfully relaxing as you peruse the extensive award-winning menu created by ‘Chef of the Year’ Gloria Ciccarone-Nehls.
The Huntington Hotel is equally well known for its feng shui designed Nob Hill Spa. It has an indoor pool and jacuzzi with floor to ceiling views across the city and the bay beyond. Spa lovers flock here for the restorative treatments and the boutique does a good trade in take home signature blend treatments including their Soothing Ginseng Milk Bath and organic seaweed products. This is the ideal hotel for those who want the very best. Surrounded by understated elegance, guests can relax in style and enjoy all the amenities of one of the best luxury hotels in San Francisco.
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